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Edited by ChaoticShinigami at 2015-7-12 03:46
Guys, FCAlife is a SCAMMER. Do not believe a word he says. He has multiple accounts on different sites BANNED FOR SCAMMING. In light of this information, I would definitely say if this guy is saying someone else scammed, he is just lying to cover his own back.
I am experienced in this field (MMO Buying/selling) I dont have a dog in this fight, but I detest scammers. FCAlife is a decent scammer who puts more into it than the average completely obvious one. (makes it a tad harder to catch, but in this case the evidence is overwhelming.)
He has used several accounts/emails/etc. I believe that the 10 or so threads I found of him scamming are just the tip of the iceberg for this individual. (I cut down the # of links to just 1 per instance to save time)
Known Usernames & Info:
fcalife
Email: [email protected]
Proof #1
Proof #1 backup in case he edits his thread...
Sanket98
Email: [email protected] & [email protected]
Proof Link#1
Proof Link #2
Wizard112698
Email: [email protected]
PlayerUp: A.K.A.Cobra
Proof Link
XZ-San
Email: [email protected]
Proof #1
Trader123
Line me at SomeAanGuy.98
PlayerUp at A.K.A.Cobra
Email at [email protected]
Proof Link
Sanket112698
Email : [email protected] & [email protected]
PlayerUp : A.K.A.Cobra
Proof #1
Proof #2
Note: in 1 of his scam threads he claims to be in med school and in others a recently married cop w/ a kid. Obviously those conflict (but he will find a way to make it logically work I am sure)
The reality is if you look at several of those proof threads, multiple people said he scammed them and all those accounts are linked to each other so you can easily spot his tatics. They were 2-3 different sites so 1 IP based ban would not cover the multitude of accounts he was using to scam.
Tips for Avoiding Scam:
1, Do your homework.
Look at all usernames/emails/etc. used by the buyer/seller and look into their past history. Its always worth paying a bit more to work with a trusted seller.
2. Check for inconsistencies
Many scammers are inconsistent in their background stories and when faced with questions. Pay attention and be patient.
3. Look for unusual/ pressed behavior
Many scammers will try to pressure you to deal with them as soon as possible. A lot will get upset and use more aggressive language to attempt to bully you into giving them what they want.
4. Do not use hard to trace currency
The scammer above tried to use real life items & gift cards to more easily cover his tracks. He used Yugioh cards and Itunes gift cards. He avoided traceable forms of transactions like paypal (for example) Scammers like gift cards/ bitcoins/ etc. be wary of those transactions.
Trust trading is always dangerous and comes with risks. Even an experienced person like myself can get scammed unless you are willing to limit your opportunities with a hardline stance. There will always be risk.
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